EASC 416: Field Methods in Hydrogeology
| Credits: | 3 |
Pre-requisites: | EASC 304 & 412 |
Lecture (hrs/week): | 2* |
| Terms: | Spring |
Recommended: | EASC 207 and/or 307 |
Lab (hrs/week): | 3* |
| Note: | * Course Organization: 2 lectures/labs (pre-field); a 5-day field session; final report | ||||
| Instructors: | Allen | Quantitative | |||
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Description:
Field Methods in Hydrogeology is intended to complement the theoretical aspects of hydrogeology (physical and chemical) by providing students with hands-on experience using hydrogeological equipment (data loggers, pumps, chemical sampling equipment), implementing sampling and testing protocols, and observing state-of-the-art monitoring and geophysical tools.
The course entails preparatory research and data interpretation on the hydrogeology of the Fraser Delta (including surficial geology, regional geochemistry and geophysical characteristics), a week at a hydrogeology field site on the Fraser River Delta, the extensive analysis and interpretation of data gathered during the field session complemented with regional data acquired during preliminary investigations, and the completion of a detailed hydrogeological report.
This inter-university field school is also attended by students from the University of British Columbia , University of Calgary , University of Alberta and the University of Western Washington . The course normally runs for about three weeks following Spring Session Final Examinations.
Course Topics- Regional Hydrogeology of the Fraser Delta and Examination of Regional Data Sets
- Site Geology and an Introduction to Field Techniques
- Flow System Characterization in Tidal-Influenced Aquifers
- Water Quality Sampling
- Hydraulic Response Tests
- Infiltration Measurement Techniques
- Measurement and Sampling Procedures for Westbay Multiport System
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